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October 16, 2024
Core4ce buys Azimuth, DIA seeks SIA 3 intel support, Army S-MET acquisition office, fed CIO 2025 tech priorities, USDOT enterprise modernization
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October 16, 2024
QUICK HITS
DOD update: The final rule for its “CMMC Program” has been published!
GovCon bidding: Here are must-know details for VOSB owners.
2025 tech priorities: Federal CIOs unveiled what their agencies need.
You don’t want to miss this event: US Army PEO Enterprise Forecast to Industry on November 18 in Springfield, VA.
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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Army expands and revamps in-contact armored and Stryker Brigades.
The Army is beefing up its combat capabilities by expanding and transforming its armored and Stryker Brigade Combat Teams. The effort focuses on enhancing mobility, survivability, and adaptability for future battlefield scenarios. Read more
Army shifts S-MET to new acquisition office.
The Army is transferring the S-MET program from the PEO Ground Combat Systems to PEO Soldier Lethality. This transition aims to streamline the acquisition process and improve the program’s alignment with future operational needs. Read more
Army network targets smaller, mobile, and tougher command posts.
The Army's network team is shifting focus to more agile, mobile, and survivable command posts aimed at smaller units that can operate on the move. These new requirements will drive future programs aimed at enhancing operational agility and reducing the vulnerability of command units. Read more
ICYMI:
SDA is planning to buy around 200 satellites next year.
Army rushes to boost defenses as Russia ups strike-drone autonomy.
BAH expands workforce and tech hubs to meet space demand.
Open AI collaborates with Carahsoft, quietly removes prohibitive clause about using its products for “military and warfare.”
Defense Contract Awards
Follow the Defense Leaders
National Guard Bureau welcomes new Chief.
L3Harris Space, Airborne Systems has a new Strategy & Business Development VP.
DOD’s Manufacturing Technology (ManTech) Program has a new Director.
Defense Job Openings
NAVSEA is hiring a Division Technical Director.
ARMY is seeking a Program Manager.
CHART
Gaps by FISMA Control Area, FYs 2022 and 2023. From: HHS Office of the Inspector General, “Review of Medicare Administrative Contractor Information Security Program Evaluations for FY 2023.” (Source, Page 4.)
INTEL COMMUNITY
DIA looks to small businesses for SIA 3 intelligence support.
The DIA is ramping up efforts to bring small businesses into the fold with its Solutions for Intelligence Analysis 3 (SIA 3) contract. This on-ramp initiative aims to expand competition and innovation within intelligence support services, opening doors for smaller firms to tackle critical national security challenges. Read more
NCSC boosts counterintelligence engagement to thwart growing threats.
With efforts geared toward private sector collaboration and critical infrastructure protection, NCSC is taking proactive measures to safeguard sensitive U.S. data and intellectual property. That poses challenges—how to be transparent and accountable while keeping national secrets. Read more
ICYMI:
DIA's Intel database on foreign militaries is nearly ready to operate.
IC veteran is now a member of Synergy ECP Board of Advisors.
Kratos was awarded a $45M secretive satellite system contract.
ODNI is looking for a Deputy Assistant Director.
NGA wants a Senior Maritime National GEOINT Officer.
CIVILIAN
SSA’s fraud prevention efforts struggle amid tech upgrade delays.
The SSA is falling behind in modernizing its fraud prevention technologies, according to the GAO. Despite a growing need to combat increasingly sophisticated fraud, SSA’s reliance on outdated systems is hindering progress. Read more
DOT’s IT modernization focuses on enterprise and local integration.
The USDOT is steering its IT modernization efforts to cover both enterprise-wide and local agency needs. Their strategy includes cloud adoption, enhanced cybersecurity, and a focus on ensuring the modernization efforts serve diverse departmental functions across different areas. Read more
CISA’s CSAC pushes for stronger national cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection.
The CISA advisory committee, CSAC, just approved draft reports aimed at shoring up national cyber resilience and addressing vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure sectors. While these reports are still in draft form, they highlight key gaps and propose strategies for closing them before cyber adversaries can take advantage. Read more
ICYMI:
Federal smart buildings initiative sparks interest in energy tech.
DOJ updates compliance guidance with AI and data focus.
New FedRAMP Director charts bold path for cloud compliance.
AI enhances security and efficiency at DOE.
Civilian Contracts Awards
Wolfspeed booked a $750M DOC CHIPS contract for a new facility.
MindPetal inked a DOL contract with Information Gateways Inc and a separate USDA deal with Accenture Federal Services.
ASTM won a $15M NIST Emerging Tech Center contract.
OptumServe got a $66M HHS HRSA COVID-19 Uninsured and Provider Relief Fund Close-Out Services deal.
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Civilian Job Openings
DOL wants a Director, Directorate of Construction.
MSBP needs a Regional Director.
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M&A CORNER
Core4ce bolsters defense with Azimuth Corporation acquisition.
Core4ce has acquired Azimuth Corporation, strengthening its operations within the defense and intelligence community. This acquisition expands Core4ce’s capabilities in cybersecurity, mission support, and engineering services. Read more
Dragos launches public sector subsidiary to tackle OT cybersecurity.
Dragos is diving deeper into the public sector with a new subsidiary focused on securing operational technology (OT) in government. From transportation to energy, OT cyber threats are on the rise, and Dragos plans to meet the challenge, offering specialized cybersecurity solutions to protect critical infrastructure. Read more
SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
Google wants nuclear reactors to power AI data centers. Developing artificial intelligence needs a lot of electricity. Will this solve the problem? SOURCE↗︎
Tesla’s “robotaxi” prototype has been revealed! Will it become a popular PUV on the streets? SOURCE↗︎
NASA will be searching for life on Jupiter’s moon. The agency just launched a spacecraft to Europa, and it will take 5.5 years to get there. SOURCE↗︎
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